{"id":4764,"date":"2019-06-14T13:34:00","date_gmt":"2019-06-14T18:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foreverbride.com\/inspiration\/?p=4764"},"modified":"2019-11-21T16:53:38","modified_gmt":"2019-11-21T22:53:38","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-before-wedding-dress-shopping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pearl.davidsbridal.com\/inspiration\/podcast\/what-you-need-to-know-before-wedding-dress-shopping\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know Before Wedding Dress Shopping"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"buzzsprout-player-1275760-what-you-need-to-know-before-wedding-dress-shopping\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t <script src=\"https:\/\/www.buzzsprout.com\/201563\/1275760-what-you-need-to-know-before-wedding-dress-shopping.js?container_id=buzzsprout-player-1275760-what-you-need-to-know-before-wedding-dress-shopping&amp;player=small\" type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dress Shopping Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Set a Budget<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Before you get carried away Pinning all those diamond-encrusted wedding dresses, take a look at your wedding budget and set a number you\u2019re willing to spend on your gown.<br>&#8211; This will not only narrow your choices but also help you hone your expectations in the dress shopping process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start Shopping- 9 to 12 Months Beforehand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Believe it or not, gowns typically take anywhere from <strong>4-6 months to be made<\/strong>. Factor in shipping times alterations and multiple fittings \u2013 in the end, your gown <strong>could take up to 6 months to be ready<\/strong>.<br>&#8211; Don\u2019t have that kind of time? Some designers offer rush services but be prepared to pay an extra fee. Out of timely options, you can always purchase a dress off the sales floor and take it home with you that same day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Social Media to Find &amp; Save Gowns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Pinterest&nbsp;and&nbsp;Instagram&nbsp;are brilliant for discovering the endless gowns on the market these days. Save your faves on your wedding dress boards, and Instagram archives to bring with you to your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose Your Bride Tribe Wisely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211;  Take special care when you select which guests will join you on this wedding dress hunt. 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The person pulling gowns and jumping into the dressing room is paid to make this experience perfect for you. They\u2019ve taken into account everything you love, and quite frankly is likely a more objective opinion than your family or friends. They are thinking of what you like, not what they like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211;  But ultimately, block out all the noise and listen to your gut. If you know deep down you don\u2019t love something, it\u2019s not your gown, no matter how \u201cpretty\u201d your bride tribe says you look. And if you, in your heart, know you&nbsp;prefer something different, listen! You\u2019re the one who\u2019s going to be wearing the gown, you make the ultimate choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Be Afraid to Say Yes to The First Dress You Love<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Bridal stylists are super smart, and if they can tell you have a serious favorite during your salon walkthrough, they\u2019ll likely put it on you first. 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